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Strong Pain Relief Extra (Amcal) TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: paracetamol + codeine, paracetamol, codeine

Brand name

(ARTG)

: AMCAL STRONG PAIN RELIEF EXTRA paracetamol 500 mg and codeine phosphate hemihydrate 15 mg tablets blister pack

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What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

For the temporary relief of acute moderate pain in patients over the age of 12 years (see also CONTRAINDICATIONS and Paediatric Use).

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, uncoated
  • Oral
  • White to off white capsule shaped uncoated tablets plain on one side and breakline on other side.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 10 pack
  • 12 pack
  • 20 pack
  • 24 pack
  • 30 pack
  • 36 pack
  • 40 pack

Over 65 ?

(AHT)

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient paracetamol

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

For the active ingredient codeine

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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